Rain Barrel Contest

Erie County Conservation District
~Promoting wise land use throughout Erie County~

~promoting wise land use throughout Erie County~

Rain Barrel Contest

What are Rain Barrels and Rain Gardens?

Rain barrles collect run-off water from your roof that can be used to water flower beds and gardens. Rain gardens are designed to handle surface water run-off and help manage stormwater.

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Benefits of Rain Barrels and Gardens?

Reduce stormwater pollution
Save money on water for your yard
Stormwater management
Happier plants

For more information check out the resources below!

Rain Barrel Guide
Rain Collection System
PA Resources Council (Instructions for building a rain barrel)
Rain Garden Network

Entry Form

Fill out the information below to be entered into a chance to win a rain barrel kit. One will be raffled each month while supplies last! One entry per household please.


True or False: Rain Barrels are difficult to maintain and are breeding grounds for mosquitoes?
Stormwater Runoff occurs during which activities?:
True or False: Stormwater runoff occurs when precipitation from rain or snowmelt flows ver the ground. Impervious surfaces like driveways, sidewalks, streets and roofs prevent stormwater runoff from naturally soaking into the gound.:
Which of the following are issues that occur because of stormwater runoff?:
True or False: Rain barrels can be used to help minimize stormwater runoff and help reduce the negative impacts on our environment?:
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